About this manual Validity This operating manual is for customers of Pfeiffer Vacuum. It describes the functioning of the designated product and provides the most important information for safe use of the unit. The description follows applicable EU guidelines. All information provided in this operating manual refers to the current state of the product's development.
Installation and operation of accessories Pfeiffer Vacuum pumps can be equipped with a series of adapted accessories. The in- stallation, operation and maintenance of connected devices are described in detail in the operating instructions of the individual components.
● Installation, operating and maintenance regulations must be complied with. ● Other accessories, than those described in this manual, must not be used without the agreement of Pfeiffer Vacuum. ● When pumping gases which could form explosive or ignitable mixtures, take suitable precautions: –...
– For a longer period of storage, seal the pump in a PE bag with drying agents en- closed. Product description Product identification To correctly identify the product when communicating with Pfeiffer Vacuum, always have the information from the rating plate available. ● Pump model and model number ● Serial number ●...
Product description Function The diaphragm vacuum pump of the series MVP 015-4 is a four stage, dry compressor vacuum pump. The pumps are positive displacement pumps with a periodic change of size of the suction chamber produced by the movement of the diaphragm. The gas flow causes the valves to open and close automatically.
When installing the pump in a closed housing, ensure there is sufficient air circulation. – Technical information given on the motor rating plate must be visible. Installation The pump MVP 015-4 must be installed and operated under the following ambient con- conditions ditions:...
Installation WARNING Emission of toxic substances from the exhaust! Danger of poisoning from emitted gases or vapours, which can be detrimental to health and/or can pollute the environment, depending on the particular application. Comply with the applicable regulations when working with toxic substances. ...
Operation Operation Before switching on Compare the voltage information on the rating plate with the supply voltage. Check that the exhaust connection allows free flow (max. permissible pressure 1100 hPa absolute). – Activate the shut-off valves in such a way that they open before or at the same time as the pump is started.
NOTICE Service work should be carried out by a qualified person only! Pfeiffer Vacuum is not liable for any damage to the pump resulting from work carried out improperly. Take advantage of our service training programs; additional information at www.pfei- ffer-vacuum.com.
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Certain maintenance and overhaul work should only be performed by Pfeiffer Vacuum Checklist for inspec- Service (PV). Pfeiffer Vacuum will be released from all warranty and liability claims if the tion, maintenance required, below listed, intervals are exceeded or maintenance or overhaul procedures and overhaul are not performed properly.
Maintenance Cleaning and replacing diaphragms and valves NOTICE Damage to the pump and bad ultimate pressure! A changed dead centre (TDC) leads in the most unfavorable case to a bearing damage. Check for spacer disk D. Make sure that the original number is reassembled at the individual membrane head. Dismantling A/B Head cover Valve plate...
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Maintenance Assembling is carried out in reverse order. Assembling Only clean valves and diaphragms with a dry cloth; do not use alcohol or any other detergents. Clean valve seats, intermediate plate and head cover using alcohol and check for wear.
Decommissioning Decommissioning Shutting down for longer periods Before shutting down the pump, observe the following procedure and adequately protect the pump system against corrosion: Let the vacuum pump continue to run for several minutes with the intake port open. Shortly after conden- ...
NOTICE Service work should be carried out by a qualified person only! Pfeiffer Vacuum is not liable for any damage to the pump resulting from work carried out improperly. Take advantage of our service training programs; additional information at www.pfei- ffer-vacuum.com.
Download the forms "Service Request" and "Declaration on Contamination". Fill in the "Service Request" form and send it by fax or e-mail to your service address. Include the confirmation on the service request from Pfeiffer Vacuum with your ship- ment.
Screw-in-flange, DN 16 KF/ G 1/4" PM 006 994 Hose connection DN 6x400 mm with straight fitting G 1/8" and G 1/4" in- P 0920 739 E cluding seal Further detailed accessories are contained in the Pfeiffer Vacuum printed or Online Cat- alogue.
Technical data and dimensions 13.3 Substances in contact with the media MVP 015-4 Substances in contact with the media Diaphragm EPDM Valve seals EPDM Head cover Aluminium Hose connection Elbow union Aluminium Straight union at intake hose CuZn nickel-plated Intake hose...
● Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances 2011/65/EU The agent responsible for compiling the technical documentation is Mr. Sebastian Ober- beck, Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH, Berliner Straße 43, 35614 Aßlar. MVP 015-4 Harmonised standards and national standards and specifications which have been ap-...
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